Preschool Practitioner Level 3
Littleport Community Primary School, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB6 1JTThis job expired on 16 December 2024 – see similar jobs
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
16 December 2024 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
3 December 2024
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: Monday to Friday – 8.45am-3.15pm - term time only
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Point 6-11 (£25,183-£27,269 FTE)
What skills and experience we're looking for
English and Maths GCSE at grades A* - C (9- 4) or equivalent.
NVQ3/ L3 in childcare or equivalent qualification.
Forest School qualification (or the willingness to train to acquire one).
Relevant Early Years Paediatric First Aid Training
Experience in an Early Years setting.
Good working knowledge of child development and learning processes, relevant legislations.
Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.
Experience of effective communications with parents/carers.
Implementation of the policies of inclusion and equal opportunities.
Knowledge of procedures related to the safeguarding of children’s welfare.
Knowledge and understanding Essential Desirable Assessment 11 Understanding of the education system
A good knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice
Understanding of how children learn
Understanding of phonics, numeracy, and literacy development
A sound grasp of the concept of inclusive practice
Knowledge of the concept of confidentiality and to maintain throughout the role.
Knowledge and experience of using basic diagnostic tests for identifying specific needs
First aid certificate
Ability to act as a positive role model and to inspire pupils as individuals.
Able to use school ICT systems and undertake a range or administrative tasks.
Skilled at making and sustaining positive relationships with children
Skilled at developing children’s self-esteem and motivation so that they become resilient, independent learners
Ability to use language and other communication skills that parents, and pupils and staff members can understand and relate to
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Ability to contribute to team meetings and contribute ideas
Able to deliver EYFS educational programmes evaluate and implement strategies to enhance learning.
Take responsibility with minimum supervision, for delivering planned activities over an extended period to groups of children including those with special educational needs.
Willingness to undergo further training and development
Positive and enthusiastic approach towards work
Ability to act on own initiative
Kindness and empathy towards students and colleagues.
What the school offers its staff
We will be able to offer you:
- Motivated children whose behaviour for learning is rated as a real strength
- A welcoming ‘in the moment’ learning environment in a purpose-built setting with large grounds, including a nature area, wood and allotment
- Supervision with leadership from a highly supportive Early Years Leader and Governing Body
- Well-resourced preschool provision led daily by a qualified teacher
- Skilled and professional staff who have the best interests of children at heart
- Opportunities for continuing professional development driven by research
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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About Littleport Community Primary School
- School type
- Local authority maintained school, ages 4 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary
- School size
- 399 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report (opens in new tab)
- Email address
- office@littleport.cambs.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 01353 860235
A taste of life here: https://www.littleport.cambs.sch.uk/school-prospectus/ If our film makes you curious about working with us, then please book an appointment with the Headteacher via the school office to discuss the position and take a tour of our school. Littleport Community Primary is an OFSTED rated ‘Good’ school located in a small town close to Ely in East Anglia with 410 children on roll. It is on the direct rail line from London to Cambridge, Ely and Kings Lynn (just over an hour from Kings Cross) and is easily accessible for commuters.
Arranging a visit to Littleport Community Primary School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@littleport.cambs.sch.uk.
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